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2026 California Proposition 38 Explained: What Would $8.4 Billion for Medical Research Mean? 2026 California Proposition 38 Explained: What Would $8.4 Billion for Medical Research Mean?
2026 Proposition August 18, 2026

2026 California Proposition 38 Explained: What Would $8.4 Billion for Medical Research Mean?

Proposition 38 would let California borrow $8.4 billion for immunology and immunotherapy ... more

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Where Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton Differ on Immigration, Healthcare and California’s Economy Where Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton Differ on Immigration, Healthcare and California’s Economy
Politics July 6, 2026

Where Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton Differ on Immigration, Healthcare and California’s Economy

The two gubernatorial candidates offer sharply different approaches to immigration, Medi-Cal, affordability ... more

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Young Voters Sour on Trump Amid Economic Strain and Global Conflict Young Voters Sour on Trump Amid Economic Strain and Global Conflict
Politics April 26, 2026

Young Voters Sour on Trump Amid Economic Strain and Global Conflict

Gen Z approval of Trump 2026 has dropped sharply, with young voters ... more

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Soto-Martínez’s Fast Food Worker Protections Head to Final Vote After Two-Year Fight Soto-Martínez’s Fast Food Worker Protections Head to Final Vote After Two-Year Fight
LA Politics August 9, 2026

Soto-Martínez’s Fast Food Worker Protections Head to Final Vote After Two-Year Fight

A proposed expansion of Los Angeles' Fair Work Week rules could cover ... more

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From “Back to Basics” to “Dream with Me”: Does Los Angeles Need a Clearer Message? From “Back to Basics” to “Dream with Me”: Does Los Angeles Need a Clearer Message?
LA Politics October 8, 2026

From “Back to Basics” to “Dream with Me”: Does Los Angeles Need a Clearer Message?

Karen Bass and Nithya Raman offer different plans for housing, homelessness, public ... more

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Is South L.A.’s Black-Latino “Unity” Real, or Just Political Cover? Is South L.A.’s Black-Latino “Unity” Real, or Just Political Cover?
LA Politics September 13, 2026

Is South L.A.’s Black-Latino “Unity” Real, or Just Political Cover?

  A dispute over a Latino-led running event in Leimert Park briefly exposed ... more

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Has Gen Z Awakened? Four Candidates Under 21 are Running for Office in Southern California Has Gen Z Awakened? Four Candidates Under 21 are Running for Office in Southern California
California October 12, 2026

Has Gen Z Awakened? Four Candidates Under 21 are Running for Office in Southern California

  Four candidates ages 18 to 20 are running for mayor, city council ... more

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Latino Communities Under Attack: What’s on the Line in the 2026 Midterms Latino Communities Under Attack: What’s on the Line in the 2026 Midterms
Latino Community October 2, 2026

Latino Communities Under Attack: What’s on the Line in the 2026 Midterms

With one month until Election Day, the 2026 midterms are being framed ... more

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California’s New Tire Rules Could Cut Costs for Latino Drivers — But the Upfront Price Tag Is the Real Test California’s New Tire Rules Could Cut Costs for Latino Drivers — But the Upfront Price Tag Is the Real Test
California August 23, 2026

California’s New Tire Rules Could Cut Costs for Latino Drivers — But the Upfront Price Tag Is the Real Test

California’s new tire-efficiency rules begin in 2029. Here’s what they could mean ... more

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Nearly 288,000 Requested Spanish Ballots in L.A. Primary: Could Latino Voters Swing the Mayoral Race? Nearly 288,000 Requested Spanish Ballots in L.A. Primary: Could Latino Voters Swing the Mayoral Race?
LA Politics September 14, 2026

Nearly 288,000 Requested Spanish Ballots in L.A. Primary: Could Latino Voters Swing the Mayoral Race?

Nearly 288,000 Los Angeles County voters requested Spanish-language election materials during the ... more

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California Lawmakers Have Stopped Voting. What Happens Now? California Lawmakers Have Stopped Voting. What Happens Now?
California September 10, 2026

California Lawmakers Have Stopped Voting. What Happens Now?

California lawmakers have stopped passing bills for the 2026 legislative session, but ... more

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Living Abroad? Family or Friends Living Abroad Can Also Vote in L.A. Elections Living Abroad? Family or Friends Living Abroad Can Also Vote in L.A. Elections
California October 12, 2026

Living Abroad? Family or Friends Living Abroad Can Also Vote in L.A. Elections

California citizens living abroad can still vote in the November 3, 2026, ... more

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California Hits Record Voter Registration. Are Latinos Turning Population Growth Into Political Power? California Hits Record Voter Registration. Are Latinos Turning Population Growth Into Political Power?
Cover Story May 29, 2026

California Hits Record Voter Registration. Are Latinos Turning Population Growth Into Political Power?

Record registration numbers show California's electorate is growing, especially in Latino-majority regions. ... more

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California Bail Reform: What Happens If You Can’t Afford Bail? California Bail Reform: What Happens If You Can’t Afford Bail?
Community & Society August 22, 2026

California Bail Reform: What Happens If You Can’t Afford Bail?

California's Supreme Court says judges generally cannot use an unaffordable bail amount ... more

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L.A. Approved $466.6 Million for Affordable Housing. Now What? L.A. Approved $466.6 Million for Affordable Housing. Now What?
California September 23, 2026

L.A. Approved $466.6 Million for Affordable Housing. Now What?

Los Angeles has approved up to $466.6 million for affordable housing. The ... more

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LA County Fair Opens: Are “ICE-Free Zones” on County Property Really Safe? LA County Fair Opens: Are “ICE-Free Zones” on County Property Really Safe?
Immigration May 3, 2026

LA County Fair Opens: Are “ICE-Free Zones” on County Property Really Safe?

The Los Angeles County Fair returns to Pomona with rides, food, and ... more

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Xavier Becerra Surges in California Governor Race as Latino Vote Remains Unmeasured Xavier Becerra Surges in California Governor Race as Latino Vote Remains Unmeasured
Politics April 16, 2026

Xavier Becerra Surges in California Governor Race as Latino Vote Remains Unmeasured

Xavier Becerra governor race momentum grows after new polling shows a major ... more

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Can Karen Bass’ Money Machine Erase the Memories of Palisades, Altadena and Boyle Heights? Can Karen Bass’ Money Machine Erase the Memories of Palisades, Altadena and Boyle Heights?
LA Politics August 2, 2026

Can Karen Bass’ Money Machine Erase the Memories of Palisades, Altadena and Boyle Heights?

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass enters the 2026 reelection campaign with a ... more

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